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Kainos in Action: AIAC Asia ADR Week 2026 opens with a call for innovation, integrity and the future of dispute resolution

The opening session featured welcome remarks by Dato’ Mary Lim Thiam Suan, followed by addresses by Dr. Bahari Yeow Tien Hong and Mr. John Mathew, focusing on integrity, responsible AI, commercial confidence, and the future of alternative dispute resolution The post Kainos in Action: AIAC Asia ADR Week 2026 opens with a call for innovation, integrity and the future of...

Court to hear argument on how a video privacy law applies in the internet age

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co strengthens its Intellectual Property Practice with appointment of Jithin M. George as Partner

Seasoned IP litigator with over 12 years of experience in trademark, copyright, geographical indication and technology disputes joins the firm's IP team. The post Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co strengthens its Intellectual Property Practice with appointment of Jithin M. George as Partner appeared first on SCC Times.

President Trump asks SCOTUS to revive Hillary Clinton case

Plus, what to expect during the second half of the October sitting.

President transfers Justice T. Vinod Kumar to Telangana High Court

Justice T. Vinod Kumar’s transfer to his parent High Court of the State of Telangana was recommended by the Collegium on September 2026. The post President transfers Justice T. Vinod Kumar to Telangana High Court appeared first on SCC Times.

Khaitan & Co. advises INOX Air Products Ltd. on filing DRHP for proposed IPO of up to 77,156,663 equity shares

Khaitan & Co advised INOX Air Products Ltd. on filing its Draft Red Herring Prospectus for a proposed IPO comprising an offer for sale of up to 77,156,663 equity shares. The post Khaitan & Co. advises INOX Air Products Ltd. on filing DRHP for proposed IPO of up to 77,156,663 equity shares appeared first on SCC Times.

Sarvajanik Pariwar Kalyan & Sewa Samiti presents UDAAN MUN 1.0 at Vikrant University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh | 23—24 October 2026 | Registration Open

UDAAN MUN 1.0 — “सीखने की उड़ान, नेतृत्व की पहचान” is a Model United Nations conference aimed at creating an engaging platform for young minds to explore diplomacy, leadership, international affairs, governance and policymaking. The post Sarvajanik Pariwar Kalyan & Sewa Samiti presents UDAAN MUN 1.0 at Vikrant University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh | 23—24 October 2026 | Registration Open appeared...

Why CJI Surya Kant declined to meet Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge: Sub judice matters, judicial propriety and the petition route

CJI Surya Kant responds to Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge’s request for a meeting on issues concerning the Election Commission, student arrests, metro station closures and train cancellations, stating that the issues are already pending before the Supreme Court. The post Why CJI Surya Kant declined to meet Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge: Sub judice matters, judicial propriety and the...

Criminal Law September 2026 Roundup: Re-arrest, False Promise of Marriage, POCSO, DV Act, Delhi-NCR Safety Audit, and more

The September 2026 Criminal Law Roundup highlights important decisions of the Supreme Court and High Courts on crime against women and children, illegal arrest or detention, bail under NDPS Act, false promise of marriage, punishment under POCSO, cruelty under 498-A, victim’s testimony under rape cases, abetment of suicide and quashment of proceedings under domestic violence Act. The post Criminal Law...

Supreme Court marks 10 years of Juvenile Justice Act, 2015; focus on child rehabilitation

CJI Surya Kant urged dedicated defence counsel for children; Justice Nagarathna cited 55% pendency before JJBs. The post Supreme Court marks 10 years of Juvenile Justice Act, 2015; focus on child rehabilitation appeared first on SCC Times.

Delhi Metro closures and alleged illegal detentions during CJP protest: What did the Supreme Court say on 11 October?

On Sunday, the Court assembled for an urgent hearing of the applications alleging violation of its earlier order and alleged illegal detention of a large number of individuals on 10 October 2026 by Delhi Police. The post Delhi Metro closures and alleged illegal detentions during CJP protest: What did the Supreme Court say on 11 October? appeared first on SCC...

Jail-allotment letter issued before detention order? J&K and Ladakh HC quashes Preventive Detention for non-application of mind

The High Court reiterated that a person already in custody can be detained preventively only on cogent material showing a real possibility of release. The post Jail-allotment letter issued before detention order? J&K and Ladakh HC quashes Preventive Detention for non-application of mind appeared first on SCC Times.

Ethiopian police urge Mekelle residents to restore order following rebel pullout

Ethiopian federal police deployed across the Tigray regional capital of Mekelle on Friday, using loudspeakers to urge residents to help law enforcement restore civil order and establish a transitional administration after rebel forces withdrew. Federal officers patrolled main transit corridors alongside members of the government-allied Tigray Peace Force, a breakaway faction of former regional combatants […] The post Ethiopian police...

UN expert urges Ghana to reform housing policy and halt forced evictions

UN Special Rapporteur on the right to adequate housing Koldo Casla warned Friday in an end-of-mission statement that Ghana’s commercial construction boom is failing to address the country’s housing shortage, urging the government to prioritize working-class affordability and end unlawful evictions. Concluding a 12-day official visit to the West African nation, Casla emphasized that commercially […] The post UN expert...

Trump asks justices to allow dismissed lawsuit against Hillary Clinton to proceed

Weil hits Freshfields for London PE dealmaker

Rebecca Ward joins as US firm restocks City bench following raft of senior departures

Haynes Boone expands California footprint with San Diego opening

San Diego office – its fourth in California – will be led by biotech practice co-chair Jeffrey Morton

HSF Kramer launches Italy real estate practice with K&L Gates team hire

Firm hailed arrival of six-lawyer team as a ‘milestone’ in creation of a full-service model in Milan

UK employers expected to do more to support workplace mental health – study

A third of UK companies have experienced long-term absences due to poor mental health over the past 12 months

S&P Global hires next CLO from research and advisory business Gartner

Thomas Kim will replace Steve Kemps, who is stepping down from the role

Former Davis Polk Attorney Launches Compliance Startup Leela, Announces $4.6M Seed Round

Leela aims to use the seed funding to hire for compliance and engineering roles and build integrations to provide flexibility to users with different technology stacks.

Defendant in $5.6M Dog-Bite Verdict Sues Attorneys for Legal Malpractice

As AI Data Centers Expand, Legal Is Getting Pulled Into the Business Earlier

Haynes and Boone Launches San Diego Office to Serve Life Sciences, Tech Clients

The AI Agent Privacy Problem: Who’s Liable When Your Legal AI Shares Client Data?

Sidley Austin Outgrows San Diego Office 2 Years After Arrival

Saudi Strikes on Riyadh Airport Upend Global Law Firms as War Escalates

Supreme Court Bar Association & SCAORA Condemn Calls For CJI Surya Kant's Resignation

Supreme Court Bar Association & SCAORA Condemn Calls For CJI Surya Kant's Resignation

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : October 12, 2026

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : October 12, 2026

Plea Filed In Supreme Court Against Detention, Assault Of Journalists Covering Delhi Protests

Plea Filed In Supreme Court Against Detention, Assault Of Journalists Covering Delhi Protests

Saffronization Increasing In High Courts : Justice K Chandru

Saffronization Increasing In High Courts : Justice K Chandru

Arbitration | Governing Law Clause Relevant For Seat Determination Where Agreement Mentions Two Venues : Supreme Court The

The Supreme Court on Monday (October 12) held that where an arbitration clause mentions two places for arbitration without clearly designating one as...

Calcutta High Court Seeks SEC Report On EVM, VVPAT Shortage Ahead Of Municipal Polls

CPC | Order Rejecting Application Under Order 9 Rule 9 CPC Appealable Under Order 43: J&K High Court

Old Monk sale ban has cost Maharashtra ₹350 crore in revenue: Company tells Bombay High Court

Karnataka High Court strikes down law enhancing SC/ST reservation as total quota exceeds 50% cap

Here are the ten directions Rahul Gandhi has sought from Supreme Court in his petition on SIR

DVAC cannot claim blanket exemption from RTI Act in corruption cases: Madras High Court

Delhi protests: Contempt of court plea filed in Supreme Court over police detention of journalists

New Form 6 Wasn't There When Bihar SIR Judgment Was Delivered, We Haven't Adjudicated On It : Supreme

The Court clarified that it has neither approved nor disapproved the new Form 6.

Rahul Gandhi & INDIA Bloc Leaders File Writ Petition In Supreme Court Against ECI Over SIR Process

Rahul Gandhi & INDIA Bloc Leaders File Writ Petition In Supreme Court Against ECI Over SIR Process

After Supreme Court Push, Centre To Cap Cancer Drug Margins At 30%

After Supreme Court Push, Centre To Cap Cancer Drug Margins At 30%

Past Ad Hoc Service Can Count For Pension, Not For Seniority Claim Over Direct Recruits: Supreme Court

Past Ad Hoc Service Can Count For Pension, Not For Seniority Claim Over Direct Recruits: Supreme Court

Supreme Court Issues Notice On PIL Seeking Proper Maintenance Of Accessible Airport Infrastructure

Supreme Court Issues Notice On PIL Seeking Proper Maintenance Of Accessible Airport Infrastructure

Census 2027 : Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Response On Plea Raising Concerns Over Self-Declaration Of Caste Status

Census 2027 : Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Response On Plea Raising Concerns Over Self-Declaration Of Caste Status

Police Failure To Furnish Written Grounds Of Arrest Is Dereliction Of Duty, Officer Liable To Departmental Action: Madras High Court

Kerala High Court Admits State's Appeal Against Single Judge Order Quashing Police Associations' Restructuring

POCSO Act ignores social realities: Allahabad High Court asks Law Commission to recommend changes

Jithin M. George joins Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas as Partner in IP practice

Raise your flag at your home: Supreme Court dismisses plea by man to declare flag designed by him as national flag

National Herald: Delhi High Court refuses to stop AJL from seeking release of properties attached by ED

South Delhi mid-size law firm is looking to hire Legal Associates in Delhi

Warn public about fake institutions: Supreme Court to UGC after finding fake medical college run by illiterate tea-seller

Can a victim of crime approach the High Court seeking speedy trial? Supreme Court answers

Rahul Gandhi, INDIA bloc leaders move Supreme Court challenging SIR, voter deletions

Sarvaank Associates launches Dispute Resolution, Regulatory & Enforcement Wing practice

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas hires four Partners in General Corporate Practice

Centre caps trade margin for cancer drugs at 30% after Supreme Court rap

Luthra Partner Samarjit G. Pattnaik launches specialised litigation firm Trinetra Legal

CMRL-Exalogic case: Former CM Pinarayi Vijayan, daughter Veena challenge Kerala HC order directing FIR

Police failure to give accused written grounds of arrest will invite departmental action: Madras High Court

Punjab & Haryana High Court flags gaps in police probe into LPU violence

Kerala High Court directs State to pay ₹21,000 to transgender for person post-surgery aid

Why reading is crucial for lawyers: Delhi High Court judges discuss at Women Lawyers' Forum literary event

Supreme Court orders probe into assault on lawyers protesting against BCI chairperson Manan Mishra

Delhi protests: CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP moves Supreme Court over torture of DYFI members inside police vehicles

SCBA Moves Supreme Court Over Lawyers' Detention, Internet Suspension Amid CEC ProtestsThe Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has

The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has moved the Supreme Court under Article 32 of the Constitution over the alleged manhandling and detention of lawyers by police near the Supreme Court on October 10, seeking accountability of the officers involved and a review of restrictions affecting...

'Every Lawyer Has Right To Be Part Of Peaceful Protests': CJI Surya Kant Amid Protests Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

'Every Lawyer Has Right To Be Part Of Peaceful Protests': CJI Surya Kant Amid Protests Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

There Should Be No Impediment In Movement Of Lawyers, Court Staff : CJI Surya Kant Amid CEC Protests

There Should Be No Impediment In Movement Of Lawyers, Court Staff : CJI Surya Kant Amid CEC Protests

LiveLaw Breaking News Alerts: 12 October 2026

LiveLaw Breaking News Alerts: 12 October 2026

SCAORA Moves Supreme Court Seeking Probe Into Delhi Police Actions Against Lawyers During CEC Protest

SCAORA Moves Supreme Court Seeking Probe Into Delhi Police Actions Against Lawyers During CEC Protest

Caste Abuse Against Woman Does Not Attract SC/ST Act Merely Because Husband Belongs To SC Community: J&K&L High Court

Delhi High Court orders take down of fake, derogatory posts against Kangana Ranaut in personality rights case

Bar bodies across India stand in solidarity with lawyers detained, assaulted during Delhi protests

Delhi Protests: SCBA, others move Supreme Court over detention, assault on lawyers

People challenge election defeats in the heat of the moment, later accept results: Madras High Court

Delhi protests: NSUI moves Delhi High Court for SIT probe into violence against protestors on October 10

When a child breaks the law, the law must not break the child: Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna

AI liability and regulation for India's GCCs

Reform or legislative overreach? How Maharashtra's amendment to its public trusts law reached Tata Sons' governance

Is there a right time to go in-house?

JSA advises United Spirits on investment in Nuvola Spirits